This year, June 21 marks a rare overlap of occasions. Widely recognized as the Summer Solstice—the longest day of the year—it is also the 12th International Day of Yoga, a United Nations-designated observance celebrating yoga and its contributions to human well-being. This year, June 21 also falls on Father’s Day in the United States.
International Day of Yoga celebrates a practice that has touched millions of lives around the world. It is an opportunity to honor yoga’s origins in India and the generations of teachers, practitioners, and traditions that have preserved and transmitted these teachings across millennia. Whether your practice is rooted in movement, breathwork, meditation, philosophy, or simply a few moments of presence each day, this observance invites us to reflect on what yoga has given us and acknowledge the roots from which these traditions emerged.
One of the privileges of working in yoga education and for Glo this past decade has been witnessing how ancient teachings continue to find meaningful expression in contemporary practice. Yoga is a constant conversation between tradition and innovation; between honoring the origins of these practices and allowing them to meet the needs of the present moment. This year’s International Day of Yoga theme, Yoga for Healthy Ageing, reflects one of yoga’s most enduring strengths: its ability to support well-being across the lifespan.
As this year’s observance coincides with Father’s Day in the United States, we also extend appreciation to fathers, mentors, caregivers, and father figures whose care, steadiness, and support have helped shape our lives and communities.
To celebrate this year’s International Day of Yoga, Glo teachers have created a collection of new classes designed specifically for the occasion. We also invite you to read a special reflection from Master Teacher Jason Crandell on fatherhood, parenting, and the wisdom yoga can bring to family life. We hope these offerings inspire you to practice with gratitude, reflect on yoga’s roots, and honor the many teachers, traditions, and relationships that enrich our lives.
With gratitude,
Dr. Sara Ivanhoe
Content Advisor, Glo
